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The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing, UW Health Kids, and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin developed eHomeCare
eHomeCare 2023-2026 begins October 1, 2023.This new course iteration has free registration and is publicly available on ICEP's learning portal: https://ce.icep.wisc.edu/ehomecare-2023-2026 |
Overview
eHomeCare is an online training program designed to provide comprehensive information for those caring for children with a tracheostomy with/without a ventilator. Learners can use this educational intervention for initial training, an annual review, and as an ongoing resource.
Some Wisconsin ventilator certification programs require eHomeCare as a part of their training; however, on its own, eHomeCare does NOT meet the State of Wisconsin DHS training requirements for licensed healthcare professionals to be certified to care for a ventilator dependent patient in the home.
Practice Gaps and Needs
A growing number of children with tracheostomies with/without a ventilator are being cared for in home and community environments by home care nurses, family members, and caregivers. Despite the increasing population, there is a limited amount of educational resources to support ongoing training. Current programs are out-of-date and not easily accessible, causing a knowledge gap and decreased confidence in caregiving skills.
These engaging modules are available on demand and will help learners to increase their knowledge, competence, and confidence by applying critical thinking skills to day-to-day caregiving and emergency situations. The modules build on the UW-Madison Pediatric Tracheostomy and Ventilator program, a 10 "Lessons" session and include current best practices.
Target Audience
The target audience for this training program includes nurses working in home-based environments, physicians, respiratory therapists, family members and caregivers of children with tracheostomies with/without ventilators.
Elements of Competence
This continuing education intervention is designed to change learner competence and focuses on the American Board of Medical Specialties' areas of patient care and procedural skills, medical knowledge, Institute of Medicine areas of employing evidence-based practice, and the Interprofessional and Nursing area of roles/responsibilities.
Access after Completion
Upon completion of this course, you will have access to it as a reference until the course expiration date.
Learning Objectives
1. Describe best practices for providing day-to-day care for children with tracheostomies with/without ventilators in the community
2. Explain how to manage emergency situations for children with tracheostomies with/without ventilators in the community
3. Report an increase in confidence when caring for children with tracheostomies with/without ventilators in the community
PLANNING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
| Lori Anderson, RN, PhD University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Nursing | Vivek Balasubramaniam, MD University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Medicine and Public Health | Gretchen Cunningham, BS, RRT UW Health | Tyler Engel, Lab Manager University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Nursing |
| Grace Flanagan, RRT Children’s Wisconsin | Cindy Griffith, RN, BSN Children’s Wisconsin | Jennifer Henningfeld, MD Medical College of Wisconsin/Children’s Wisconsin | Tanner Kattre, Student Assistant University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Nursing |
| Cecilia Lang, MSN, CCRN, PPCNP-BC Children’s Wisconsin | Grace Leonard, EdM University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Nursing | Mary Marcus, MS, RD, CSP, CD University of Wisconsin-Madison, Waisman Center | Lisa Molkentine, RRT Children’s Wisconsin |
| Anastasia O'Kane, BSN, RN, CPN UW Health | Kim Whitmore, RN, PhD University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Nursing |
POLICY ON DISCLOSURE
It is the policy of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership, that the faculty, authors, planners, and other persons who may influence content of this CE activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with commercial interests in order to allow CE staff to identify and resolve any potential conflicts of interest. Faculty must also disclose any planned discussion of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices during their presentation(s). Detailed disclosures will be made in the activity materials.
Disclosures will be available prior to the start of the conference.
*The ACCME, ACPE, and ANCC defines a commercial interest as any entity producing, marketing, re‐selling, or distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients. The ACCME, ACPE, and ANCC does not consider providers of clinical service directly to patients to be commercial interests.
The University of Wisconsin provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX requirements. The University of Wisconsin fully complies with the legal requirements of the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof. If any participant in this educational activity is in need of accommodations, please contact info@icep.wisc.edu.
Accreditation Statement
 | In support of improving patient care, the University of Wisconsin–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. |
CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENTS
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR RESPIRATORY CARE (AARC)
This program has been approved for 4.75 contact hours Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care, 9425 N. MacArthur Blvd, Suite 100, Irving TX 75063
AMERICAN NURSES CREDENTIALING CENTER (ANCC)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 4.75 ANCC contact hours. Iowa Board of Nursing accepts ANCC contact hours for nursing continuing education requirements.
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION (AMA)
The University of Wisconsin-Madison ICEP designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS
The University of Wisconsin–Madison, as a member of the University Continuing Education Association (UCEA), authorizes this program for .475 continuing education units (CEUs) or 4.75 hours.
Available Credit
- 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 4.75 ANCC Contact Hours
- 4.75 CRCE® Contact Hours
- 4.75 University of Wisconsin–Madison Continuing Education Hours
Note: Some Wisconsin ventilator certification programs require eHomeCare as a part of their training; however, on its own, eHomeCare does NOT meet the State of Wisconsin DHS training requirements for licensed healthcare professionals to be certified to care for a ventilator dependent patient in the home.
eHomeCare 2023-2026 begins October 1, 2023.This new course iteration has free registration and is publicly available on ICEP's learning portal: https://ce.icep.wisc.edu/ehomecare-2023-2026 |
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